The same eagerness is shared by the toddlers, ages 2 and 3, and the preschoolers, ages 4 and 5. Every one intensely eager to share the tale and share in the process of the ‘telling.’  It is quite amazing to see these ‘knee high’ people participate in the process. As if they were drawing on some well of infinite talent that exists within them. There’s no question that the kids enjoy these programs. They seem mesmerized by the stories told - the colorful descriptions seem to spark their imaginations and kindle the flames for more. Big smiles on tiny faces are everywhere.

The special summer performances are also interactive events. The June performances were extraordinary! The audience was in a euphoric trance during Krintin Pedemonti’s storytelling session, and captivated by Peter Moses’s ‘interactive music’ session.  Beginning again on July 11^th, and continuing for four additional Wednesdays at 1pm, there will be stories spun integrated with interactive music, magicians, a ventriloquist and of course fun! 

The Friday “Afternoon Movie” and a craft based on the movie will be featured every other week starting in July on the 13^th and continuing through August 24^th. These “Afternoon Movie” events are free and no prior registration – only imagination and alert eyes and ears - are required.

The “Science in the Summer” event features “Physical Science and Electricity” and is sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline. The program is designed for two age groups, grades 2-3 and grades 4-6. Registration is required and early registration is encouraged. There is limited space, class sizes are small - you are encouraged to fill any remaining seats by calling 610.494.5877.

These programs are designed to be more than just entertaining, they are designed to educate and develop skills for a lifetime to come. All of these programs have that important underlying purpose. Those who patiently work these educational

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programs to the level of ‘sweet symphony’ for little ears deserve our recognition and support. They have focused on that underlying purpose - the fact that the education of our children is of paramount importance to our community and its future. What better investment can any community make than in the education of their children?

We thank Lauren Longbottom and all those who work with her - for making Aston a better place to call home!

Precious Resources

Township residents have access to an abundance of water much of the time, so the importance of clean water is often overlooked. For most of us, water use is a habit. We are accustomed to having water available at the twist of a faucet. We usually do not think about how much water we use. Be aware of how much water you use! Awareness is the first step in conservation. The average Pennsylvania resident uses almost 100 gallons of water per day on the following activities:

• Toilet
• Bathing & hygiene
• Laundry
• Kitchen
• Housekeeping
• Outdoor Activities

Water savings in general….

..depends on current water consumption habits, water, sewer and energy costs, current flow rates of fixtures and flush volumes of toilets, system pressure, and the amount of water leakage through fittings and toilets.  Water can be conserved by making improvements in the home or by modifying behavior.  Read on for some energy and money saving tips.

Retrofit or Replace Water Fixtures

Water-saving devices are economical and permanent. Low-flow showerheads and faucet aerators save valuable water and energy used to heat water without requiring changes in personal water use habits.